- A
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why wrong: Missing encryption type filter.
- B
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Correctly identifies potential golden ticket indicators.
- C
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4672 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why wrong: EventID 4672 is special logon, not service ticket request.
- D
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions contains "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType contains "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why wrong: Using contains instead of == may match substrings incorrectly.
Quick Answer
The correct answer is Option A, which uses SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_. This query precisely detects golden ticket attacks by filtering Kerberos service ticket events for the specific combination of TicketOptions (forwardable, renewable, canonicalize) and RC4 encryption (0x17), which attackers commonly use when forging tickets with a compromised KRBTGT hash. On the SC-200 exam, this scenario tests your ability to differentiate between legitimate Kerberos traffic and malicious activity using SecurityEvent 4769, a key hunting technique for detecting golden ticket attacks. A common trap is confusing EventID 4672 (special logon) with 4769, or forgetting to filter encryption type—both would miss the attack signature. Memory tip: think "4769 for tickets, 0x17 for RC4, 0x40810000 for the attacker's options."
SC-200 Perform threat hunting Practice Question
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
You are a security analyst at a company that uses Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender for Identity (now part of Microsoft Defender XDR). During a threat hunt, you need to identify potential golden ticket attacks. You have Windows Security Events (Event ID 4672: Special Logon) and Kerberos service ticket events (Event ID 4769) ingested. A golden ticket attack often involves service ticket requests with unusual encryption types or ticket options. You want to find service ticket requests (4769) that have TicketOptions containing '0x40810000' (forwardable, renewable, canonicalize) and TicketEncryptionType == '0x17' (RC4), which are common in attacks. You need to write a KQL query that returns the top 10 accounts requesting such tickets in the last 7 days. Which query should you use?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Option A correctly filters for EventID 4769, the specific TicketOptions and encryption type, and summarizes by AccountName. Option B uses wrong event ID. Option C uses wrong field. Option D does not filter encryption type.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why it's wrong here
Missing encryption type filter.
- ✓
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why this is correct
Correctly identifies potential golden ticket indicators.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4672 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why it's wrong here
EventID 4672 is special logon, not service ticket request.
- ✗
SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions contains "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType contains "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_
Why it's wrong here
Using contains instead of == may match substrings incorrectly.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
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The correct answer is: SecurityEvent | where EventID == 4769 | where TicketOptions == "0x40810000" and TicketEncryptionType == "0x17" | summarize count() by AccountName | top 10 by count_ — Option A correctly filters for EventID 4769, the specific TicketOptions and encryption type, and summarizes by AccountName. Option B uses wrong event ID. Option C uses wrong field. Option D does not filter encryption type.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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